1970 Reliant Bug vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Reliant Bug is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Reliant Bug. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug. 2011 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1970 Reliant Bug has manual transmission. 1970 Reliant Bug will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Reliant Bug | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Reliant | Buick |
| Model | Bug | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 701 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 408 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2800 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 68 L |
